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Congress reacts to Russia sanctions exemption
An executive order exempts Russia from economic sanctions, drawing congressional response.
In brief
An executive order exempts Russia from economic sanctions, drawing congressional response. Congress responded to an executive order exempting Russia from economic sanctions on October 18, 2026. Originally reported by NPR.
Executive order exempts Russia
An executive order has exempted Russia from economic sanctions. Congress is responding to the decision on October 18, 2026.
Congressional reaction begins
Members of Congress are reacting to the executive order that removes Russia from economic sanctions. Their responses are being heard on All Things Considered.
Coverage of the response
NPR reporters Eric McDaniel, Joel Rose, Henry Larson, Sarah Handel and Dana Farrington are covering Congress's reaction to the Russia sanctions exemption.
In short
Congress responded to an executive order exempting Russia from economic sanctions on October 18, 2026.
